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Saturday, April 26th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Missouri Disabled Sportsmen helped hunters with disabilities and volunteers join the spring turkey season near Marionville on Friday. The group used special gear — including phone scopes, straw-fired guns and track chairs that let hunters stand — to make hunting safer and more fun for everyone. KY3
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Plaza Towers owner Marco Denis will face trial in early July after a judge struck down key parts of his defense during a pretrial hearing on April 22, and Denis—who has been in jail since last summer—had his trial, initially set for April 28, delayed. Springfield Daily Citizen
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Springfield’s first Friday Art Walk will be held in downtown the night before Artsfest, offering gallery openings, live music, student exhibits and a veteran art exhibit at the Gillioz Theatre — organizers noted a unique fashion collection from reclaimed neckties. Artsfest will run on May 3 and 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with tickets available for purchase. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ Springfield Contemporary Theatre's farce 'POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying To Keep Him Alive' opened on April 24 and will run until May 4 at the Historic Fox Theatre on Park Central Square. The play shows women managing White House chaos with a mix of local veterans and newcomers (ticket prices range from $27 on opening night to $29-$32 later). Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ The Civil War Round Table of the Ozarks meets monthly in Springfield at The Library Center on S. Campbell Ave to study and discuss the Civil War. Founded in 1960 with around 50 members from different backgrounds, the group offers social gatherings with snacks and presentations—bringing local family history together—each month. Springfield Daily Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe proposed adding $50 million to the MoScholars scholarship program to allow private school and home-schooled students to access funds—reporters from KY3 and Beacon News Service said the plan is part of a broader education spending initiative announced on April 25th. KY3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Curtis Jared, owner of a Springfield billboard company, was fined $21,500 by the Missouri Ethics Commission on April 18 for unregistered in-kind contributions—he made $7,500 donations supporting Maryam Mohammadkhani, Landon McCarter and Chad Rollins in the 2024 school board race. He may have the rest of the fine waived if he pays $2,150 within 45 days and avoids further campaign violations. Springfield Daily Citizen
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Spring is here — the Springfield-Greene County Health Department reports that high tree pollen and mold are causing runny noses, congestion, and headaches this week. Residents are advised to limit outdoor time and use over-the-counter treatments, and if symptoms persist they should see a doctor — especially since pollen trends are similar to last spring. OzarksFirst.com
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The Little Mermaid Musical
2-6 p.m. — Springfield Little Theatre — Suitable for all ages — Experience the underwater adventure of Ariel in this enchanting musical filled with beloved songs.
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Springfield Cardinals vs Northwest Arkansas Naturals
11:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. — Hammons Field — Affordable tickets available — Experience the excitement of a live baseball game with the Springfield Cardinals taking on the Northwest Arkansas Naturals.
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Brown Bag Concert Series: Missouri State Opera Theatre
12-1 p.m. — John Goodman Amphitheatre — Free entry — Experience the award-winning Missouri State Opera Theatre in a captivating performance showcasing student talent.
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Taco de SOMO 2025
6-9 p.m. — Farmers Park Apartments — Free entry — Enjoy a taco festival where local chefs compete for the title of Taco Champion while supporting a great cause.
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Jeremy Camp Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $25 to $149.75 — Experience the uplifting music of Jeremy Camp with a night of inspirational songs and stories.
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Payton Smith Live Concert
7 PM - 1 AM — Midnight Rodeo — Ticket info available — Experience the rising star Payton Smith and his captivating blend of country music.
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Acres Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — The Regency Live — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the passionate live performance of Acres that resonates with the audience from start to finish.
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Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Bobby Rush Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Reserved seating — Experience the electrifying blues mastery of Grammy-winning legends Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Bobby Rush.
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Movie Matinee: Three Amigos
2-4 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket & Concession Voucher combo available — Enjoy a classic comedy featuring three silent film stars mistaken for heroes.
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Danae Hays at Gillioz Theatre
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an entertaining theater experience with Danae Hays in Springfield.
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